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{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "R17 Tyres NZ: Complete Guide to 17-Inch Tyres", "description": "Comprehensive guide to R17 (17-inch rim) tyres in New Zealand. Covers 50+ options including passenger sizes like 215/55R17 and 225/45R17, SUV sizes like 265/65R17, plus 4WD options including 265/70R17, 285/70R17, and 33x12.5R17 mud terrain tyres.", "author": {"@type": "Person", "name": "Taylor Houghton"}, "publisher": {"@type": "Organization", "name": "Tyre Dispatch", "url": "https://www.tyredispatch.co.nz"}, "datePublished": "2025-12-27", "dateModified": "2025-12-27" } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ {"@type": "Question", "name": "What does R17 mean on a tyre?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "R17 indicates the tyre fits a 17-inch diameter rim. The 'R' stands for radial construction. For example, 215/55R17 means 215mm width, 55% aspect ratio, radial, for a 17-inch wheel."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What is the most popular R17 tyre size in NZ?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "265/65R17 is by far the most searched R17 size (~469 searches), fitting popular SUVs like Prado, Fortuner, and MU-X. For passenger cars, 215/45R17 and 215/55R17 lead. For serious 4WDs, 265/70R17 and 285/70R17 are most popular."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What vehicles use R17 tyres?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "R17 is the modern standard for mid-size sedans (Camry, Accord), SUVs (RAV4, CX-5, Tucson), larger SUVs (Prado, Fortuner, MU-X), and modern utes (Hilux, Ranger, Navara). It's become the most common OEM size for new vehicles."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What's the difference between 265/65R17 and 265/70R17?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Both are 265mm wide on 17-inch rims. 265/65R17 has a 65% aspect ratio (~30.6\" diameter) — common OEM fitment. 265/70R17 has 70% aspect ratio (~31.6\" diameter) — about 1\" taller, popular upgrade

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